Merab Dvalishvili shuts down possibility of Umar Nurmagomedov rematch
Merab Dvalishvili has dismissed the idea of a rematch with Umar Nurmagomedov, expressing his focus on a trilogy fight with Petr Yan. Dvalishvili has previously accused Nurmagomedov of disrespect and has shown animosity towards him. Despite this, he has acknowledged respect for Nurmagomedov's teammates, Khabib and Islam Makhachev.
- ▪Merab Dvalishvili lost his bantamweight title to Petr Yan at UFC 323.
- ▪Dvalishvili is set to challenge Yan for a trilogy fight.
- ▪He expressed disdain for Umar Nurmagomedov, questioning his relevance in the title picture.
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